Hook protection device



FIG. 1 is a front view of a hook protection device, showing my newdesign;

FIG. 2 is a rear view thereof;

FIG. 3 is a top view thereof; and,

FIG. 4 is an elevated side view thereof.

This hook protection device is installed on a treble-style fishing hook.

The central extension (part a, FIG. 1) is inserted through the topportion (eye) of the fishing hook and attached to the associated barb ofsaid fishing hook.

The side extensions (parts b and c, FIG. 1) are attached to theremaining two associated barbs of the fishing hook.

The purpose of this design is to provide protection for a fishing hookwhile fishing in areas heavily populated with weeds, and other debris.

This design is different than previous designs in that it attachesthrough the eye of the hook, and attaches to the hook without the needof removing the hook from the fishing lure.

CLAIM The ornamental design for a hook protection device, as shown.